Are you familiar with how an MLB signing bonus is paid out? Historically, teams have split the gross amount into two equal payments over two years. The most costly mistake? Believing this is non-negotiable. To add to the complexity, the recent tax changes completely...

Professional athlete residency is one of the hottest topics discussed among professional athletes. It is also one of the most misunderstood. A change in residency, when done correctly and for the right reasons, may result in significantly lower taxes. However, if done...

At the end of 2017 President Donald Trump approved “The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA)” which went into effect this year. There are new provisions that have a dramatic effect on your MLB Signing Bonus and now require more proactive planning than ever before. The...

Insurance Programs to Protect Future Earnings Do amateur athletes have disability insurance options to protect their potential future earnings as a professional athlete? What if the player suffers an injury/illness that is not career ending but significantly...

Congratulations on receiving your first signing bonus payment. But, I’m guessing you are wondering if the team withheld too much tax or not enough. To make matters worse, what the team withholds is most likely different than what you will actually owe. Understanding...

For the majority of you, your signing bonus will be your first exposure to a significant amount of money. It will also be your introduction to paying a significant amount of tax. Your signing bonus presents unique planning opportunities that are often missed in the...